Hello! I'm Amee, the baking blogger, recipe developer, and food photographer behind Live to Sweet.
Here you'll find desserts made from scratch that are often unique, and always delicious! I'm inspired by seasonal ingredients and unexpected flavors. Whether it's a reimagined classic like Apple Shortcake or something you've never seen before like my Root Beer Float Cream Puffs, I'll show you how to whip them up, step by step!
A Little About Me
In addition to being a passionate baker, I'm also a high-functioning introvert, overthinker, list-maker, gardener, and breast cancer survivor. I mentioned the cancer part last because I refuse to let it define me, but damn is that hard to do some days!
My husband, Adam, and I have been married for more than 20 (!!) years. We live in our beautiful home state of Michigan with our three kiddos. They're my favorite people ever.
I'm an environmental scientist by training. My career was high stress and long hours--which I'm suited for. Mostly. Baking became my creative outlet; a way to feel relaxed centered (I don't really relax) amidst all the stress. Eventually I quit my scientist gig for a stay-at-home mom gig, and then started Live to Sweet because I love baking unique desserts from scratch and sharing my recipes with you!
My Philosophy
I think that from-scratch baking is the most delicious, so that's my focus! My recipes use the best ingredients I can find, which results in the best flavor. Using ingredients that are local, organic, ethical, sustainable, and in-season is important to me. I also love to make sweets that maybe you've never seen before.
My philosophy on what I share with you is the following:
- I won't post a recipe unless it works. Period.
- I won't suggest an ingredient or product unless I love it and use it myself.
- I won't be one of those food bloggers trying to sell you vitamins or toothpaste. (I've been asked to do both. Seriously.)
Follow Along with Me!
There are lots of ways to follow along with my baking adventures:
- Sign up for my newsletter - I typically send my newsletter weekly--no spam ever! I include new, seasonal, and popular recipes, and include helpful kitchen tips! If you'd like to sign up, just click here and enter your info!
- Social Media - You can follow Live to Sweet on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest! You can also find a more personal side of me over on Threads.
- Email - Reach out to me via email anytime! You can reach me at [email protected]!
My Favorite Recipes
Here they are--my all-time favorite recipes! I typically don't discriminate when it comes to baked goods (the more, the better!), but these recipes have my heart!
I hope that you enjoy my recipes, and that they inspire you to whip up something sweet for yourself!
